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Thanks guys I appreciate both of your tips and as I progress in my hunt I will be sure to ask questions as they arise.

Grass was very long, siding and windows a bit old and it just looked like the owner didn't care about the property anymore.

Thank you for the tip on the closing statement, I think it's important to explain any reasons for a discrepancy in terms of an offer.  

Take care of your tenants by offering extra perks that others don't offer...like washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, small grid-tie solar system.

Which is why they're still vacant lots - until the logistics change, or are taken on by either of these two groups: ignorant wannabe moguls (soon to be bankrupt), or, rich couldn't-care-less show offs! 

Be careful!  

@Marcel PeanOne thing to be careful of is that the comps are actually comparable. 

I self manage several homes and the program hasn't been too bad but I don't care for it. 

Roof, furnace, and A/C are all in good condition and reported to be functional.